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5 Signs You Need to Schedule a Brake Fluid Flush

November 4, 2022

Brake fluid is vital to your car’s braking system. The hydraulic fluid transfers pressure from your brake pedal to the discs and drums, so the harder you press the pedal, the faster you stop. It also lubricates the parts and protects them from corrosion. Replacing your brake fluid before it gets too old is vital to your vehicle’s safety. Here are five signs that it’s…

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Why Tire Pressure Is Critical For Your Vehicle

October 26, 2022

When it comes to safety, your tires are one of the most important components of your vehicle. However, even high-quality tires can be unsafe if they’re improperly inflated. Although often ignored, tire pressure plays a vital role in car safety. Don’t wait for an accident, flat, or blown tire to make you take notice. Overinflated and underinflated tires can both cause major safety concerns, like decreased directional…

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What Maintenance Does an Electric Vehicle Need?

September 29, 2022

An electric vehicle requires less maintenance than a regular car, but it still needs upkeep. Even though an electric vehicle (EV) has fewer moving parts than one with an internal combustion engine (ICE), there are a few things to stay on top of, so your electric vehicle runs smoothly. Here’s an electric car maintenance checklist. Check the Battery The battery is the most critical component…

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How Regular Car Maintenance Improves Fuel Efficiency

September 29, 2022

You may think your car is running fine and that you can delay the expense and time of scheduling a maintenance tune-up. However, maintaining your vehicle can pay for itself by maximizing your vehicle’s fuel efficiency. With the high cost of gas, a tune-up can help your car and your wallet. Here’s how. Tune-Ups Optimize Engine Performance An engine tune-up alone can increase the fuel…

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Understanding the Difference Between Engine Oil and Transmission Fluid

August 31, 2022

Engine oil and transmission fluid are two essential yet vastly different fluids for your vehicle. A surprising number of people damage their cars by substituting one of these fluids for the other. Understanding these fluids and how they work can help you better care for your vehicle. Engine Oil Engine oil is formulated to protect the parts inside an internal combustion engine. Oil lubricates the…

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What to Do When You See the Change Oil Light on Your Dashboard

August 31, 2022

Oil is one of the most crucial fluids in your car, so when your dashboard oil lights come on, don’t ignore them. Your vehicle has two oil lights: one tells you it’s time for an oil change, and the other tells you there’s a problem with the oil pressure. Here’s more information on what these lights mean and what you need to do when you…

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Why You Should Never Let Your Tire Pressure Get Low

July 22, 2022

According to the Canada Safety Council, 23 per cent of vehicles are driving with at least one tire underinflated by 20 per cent or more. That’s a chance you shouldn’t take on the road. Here’s a guide to the risks and what to do to prevent low tire pressure. Risks of Low Tire Pressure Under-inflated tires are a leading cause of tire failure. More rubber touches…

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What Is Coolant or Antifreeze, and Why Is It Essential for Your Vehicle?

July 22, 2022

Coolant is essential to your car’s cooling system, and your engine would quickly die without it. Yet coolant is one of the fluids seldom checked or changed by car owners. To ensure your car is operating at peak performance, you should know what engine coolant does and when to change it. What is Engine Coolant or Antifreeze? Coolant and antifreeze are two contradictory words that describe…

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Signs of Low Tire Pressure

July 22, 2022

Despite the dangers of driving on underinflated tires, research shows that most cars on the road have at least one insufficiently inflated tire. Here’s why you should always drive with properly inflated tires and how to know if your tires have low pressure. Benefits of Correctly Inflated Tires Driving with correctly inflated tires has numerous safety and financial advantages, including: Decreased risk of blowouts. Low…

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How often should you change your vehicle’s fluids

June 2, 2022

Your vehicle’s fluid levels are the lifeblood of your car. Fluids lubricate and cool the engine, and they support your vehicle’s major systems. Leaks or a failure to change your car fluids can have catastrophic consequences. Here are some of the essential fluids in your car and when you should change them. Motor oil Motor oil lubricates the engine’s pistons, valves and other moving parts,…

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Minit-Tune & Brake Auto Centres Address Common Issues

Here at Minit-Tune & Brake Auto Centres in British Columbia, we’re always pleased to help our customers get the most out of their cars and trucks. To that end, we’ll add a relevant blog topic from time to time to keep you up to date and getting the most out of your vehicle.